Treatment for opioid-induced constipation in people with cancer
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new treatment for constipation caused by opioid pain medication. It aims to see if it's safe and effective, and may help you have more regular bowel movements.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 85 years old.
- You have constipation caused by opioid pain medication, and this has lasted for at least 1 week.
- Your cancer is stable, and you are expected to live more than 6 months.
- You are taking a steady dose of opioids (morphine, oxycodone, etc.) and plan to continue for at least 10 weeks.
- You have fewer than 2 bowel movements per week without laxatives.
- You have not had certain digestive or abdominal surgeries or conditions recently.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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